I Take Back Everything Bad I Ever Said About the Jeep Wrangler 2.0 Turbo!

[@chrisgonzales1615]

I have 121,000 miles on my 2.0 with zero issues. Put 37’s on it about 30,000 miles ago and I have barely any power loss and I have owned jeeps for the last 30 years. It definitely handles bigger tires way better than the 3.6. I absolutely love this 2.0 didn’t think I would but it has surprised me tongues of low into work and handles big tires way way better and has been really reliable for me

[@13bellhop]

glad to hear that dude, im about to pull the trigger on the 2.0

[@Bouchon211]

What has your mpg been looking like?

[@chrisgonzales1615]

I’m averaging 23 and that’s with 35s but I also run premium fuel

[@Bouchon211]

@@chrisgonzales1615 That's actually surprisingly good especially with 35's, appreciate the reply!

[@chrisgonzales1615]

Oh I am very very pleased with the 2.0 turbo. Was very skeptical in the beginning but I love that little engine. Plenty of power plenty of torque and does really good with bigger tires. My buddy has one on 38 and does great with them. Very little power loss

[@killaforniak3874]

I do hate it when people say I have 10,000-30,000 miles on it and its reliable... I expect EVERY car with 30k miles to have zero problems.... I want to see some over the 100k mark and up... we know toyotas can do 200k no problem....

[@topofthegreen]

Toyota cares about quality and the vehicles are better built.

[@sktona]

Ah, the old Toyota myth.

[@wusaint]

​@@topofthegreenlook I love Toyota but believe me they have issues. Just look right now as they are having motors blow, strut towers cracking, and cars straight catching fire. The Toyota of today is not the Toyota of yesterday.

[@chrisgonzales1615]

I have had jeeps for the last 30 years and I was very skeptical about the 2.0 turbo until I drove one and I literally went out and bought the 2.0 the next week and I love it better than any of the engines I had and any of my jeeps. I love this little turbo engine. Plenty of power tons of torque I have 37‘s and I have barely any power loss love it love it love it

[@daviddepue6499]

I have a 19' JLUR, 2.5" Rock Krawler lift, 37" KM2's with the 2.0 turbo and it's still a rocket ship. I can't believe how much power I still have with 37's. I do need to have it recalibrated for the tire size, but I think It'll run even better. Love this thing.

[@rayvonp]

My wife has an 18 JLUR with 77,000 on it and we have had zero problems with it, and her mpg is around 24 city and 27 hwy. We love it

[@timtrinkaus7072]

I had a JLUR rental with the 2.0L engine and I was very impressed with it! I typically strongly dislike four cylinder engines but totally agree with your analysis. It will be interesting to see how well this does long term. Still hoping Stellantis come out with the I6 turbo based off this engine design. The pentastar while a great engine is so boring to drive and they really need a replacement for it.

[@Flips420]

I'm 350 miles into my 2022 4cyl turbo unlimited rubicon. Loving it. So far so great. Hoping to get a ton of miles out of her. Great review!

[@SanctumOfDreams]

I've had this engine and abused it pretty good for 4 years now. 0 issues at all, with 35" muds a lift and some armor. My friend with a tacoma laughed when I got a 2.0 jeep and then his trucks transmission melted. These are more solid than people think.

[@fm71450]

Thank you for this video. In the hills of East Tennessee, our 2021 Wrangler JLU STOCK gets average 30+/- mpg. Only Jeep before was a 1953, so no real comparison. It is a great vehicle for us. Thanks again.

[@davidmccarstle7722]

We have a 2021 2Dr RUBICON with the 2l Turbo without etorque. It was a tough desicion which engine to go with when we ordered it, but i know a few people with this engine and they all realy like it. The power is great and when it was stock, we aeraged 21mpg on a trip to Co. The power it has at high elevation is incredible, Mtn Passes that our JK with the 3.6 would struggle to maintain hwy speed on, the 2l went up with very little effort and i rarely shifted down any further than 7 on any hill.. I agree that how well it will hold up over the long haul is a big question mark, but hopefully it will do well.

[@pismo6111]

Yep,I have 2020 2.0t without etorque,and it is torquey down low and fast.

[@everettdillie6624]

I just got my 2024 sport s. I was watching your video and quickly recognized the area. I’m in Shelbyville.

[@fiftyshadesofurban]

3:01 I test drove a 2020 Rubicon with a 3.6 Pentistar and I can tell you it is only marginally better than in the Gladiator but still underwhelming. You floor the gas and you still wonder when the power will kick in. But this turbo is it.

[@AStanton1966]

I think the best thing about the 2.0 is there's no plastic oil/cooler filter housing that can crack and grenade! Plus, it's easier to change the oil filter.

[@gs98999]

Went and test drove a turbo and a 3.6 in 2019. No way I could get the 3.6 after that. 2.0 blew the 3.6 away in performance. I’m at altitude tho.

[@smcaz68]

Just bought a '21 Islander with the 2.0 and I absolutely love it - I was shocked by how quick it was when I first drove it. Loving my new Jeep.

[@wusaint]

Bought my Gladiator Mojave a year ago for my birthday. Then 6 months later got my daughter a 2019 JL Sahara with the 2.0 turbo. It legit feels SO different. Not sure if I'd like it off-road but holy hell it moves on the street. I think it's a great motor. Wish it was in the gladiator

[@sellickusa]

The 2.0T with eTorque is a great motor. We bought our '19 JLUR new and now 4 years and 22,000 miles later........it's been flawless. Only fluids and a new battery last month

[@erievon1]

I have a 20 JT 3.6 and wife has a 21 JLU with the 2.0t so I get to compare the two almost daily. This little turbo motor is really sweet, feels way faster then my pentistar.

[@stratdx]

I have a 2023 and I am so happy with this engine’s performance… and then I watch the gas gauge move rapidly downward. I’m averaging 21.4 mpg

[@soadown5]

I've got 55k on my 2020 2.0 jl and love it. No issues whatsoever and plenty of power while still hitting 20- 23 mph

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

This is definitely an upgrade from the V6. Many people have already gone over 200k miles with no issues. Hopefully the next 4Runner will have a turbo engine since the V6 is anemic above 5000 feet. Keep in mind the V6 has more moving parts with more chance of something breaking. You have twice the number of camshafts, more timing chain, 50% more valves, tighter fit with the V6.

[@Piznick64]

No no 4runner is indestructible now don't change it

[@jakebmorgan696]

In the Alfas, this engine is awesome! The Alfas had a thing with cracking radiators for the first couple years but overall that was one of my favorite cars I've ever owned. The engine can only rev safely to about 5500 rpm but has a super wide power band with that 8 speed auto. The Stelvio is comparable weight to the Jeeps so I can imagine it does keep that same pep.

[@Outlaw_Media]

I love 4 cylinder turbo motors, had a few from Audi, they were great motors and had lots of power with good fuel mileage. I bought a 2022 JT, I wish the 2.0L would have been available for it. I didnt buy the truck to tow, I bought it for the storage space in the bed. The main thing I like about turbo engines, you can get a lot of power from them by adjusting boost to the turbo. I had a 1.8L turbo 20 valve Audi, stock it was 170 hp, after I added an ECU program and a few other bolt on mods, I was getting 320HP from it. I am sure a company will come out with a tune for this one soon.

[@michaelbandeko3519]

I have owned Jeeps since the early 70's. I have had CJ-3,CJ-5's, CJ-7's and Toyota FJ-40's. I always stuck a Chevy 350 in them. My present CJ-5 has a Chevy 4.3 V6 in it. I also own a 2021 Wrangler daily driver with a 2.0T in it. They are totally different vehicles. I too am impressed with the 4 cyclinder.

[@MrJeepCanada]

Italian engine is one of the engines used in Alfa Romero.

[@davidecampana9614]

non e proprio cosi il motore e un GME niente italiano

[@cheeng1]

Great review, I had the same observations on the 2.0t engine on a recent rental 4dr.

[@Hard_7_Iron]

Loaner is “bottom of the line” base model. Gladiator is longer wheel base too….better ride. If they “ever” d-bug the E-Drive system, it would be a good option. I would not do anything below a Safari to ensure better build quality. If you yanked the carpet and added insulation you could soften some of the road noise. And add a Best Top Hard top to achieve a quieter overall commute. With that said…just buy what you want up front. Even if you need a second job to pay for it. As you said, these things last 200k plus. Buy what you “want” and keep it! Nice review of a borrowed Wrangler. Well done.

[@JP-nisu_2]

It would be nice if they offered her a manual transmission on the 4cyl turbo.

[@fiftyshadesofurban]

11:03 So two things to say here: This is a Sport model, the lowest end model. The tires wheels and suspension are way different than the Rubicon. I'm not sure which Gladiator you have but when I test drove the Gladiator Rubicon and the Wrangler to me they feel exactly the same.. maybe it's just 2019 .. The other thing is you mentioning the 48 volt battery and the generator for the 2.0 turbo... When you go to custom build a Wrangler now, you can't get the straight Pentastar engine with an automatic transmission. If you choose the automatic you have to get the 3.6l eTorque which is just like the 2.0 turbo. I mean it's the 3.6liter pentastar but it deletes the alternator and basically has exactly the same setup as the 2.0 turbo minus the turbo. All that fancy expensive stuff is still there. No straight v6 with alternator unless you wanna go manual transmission.

[@jscmoto46]

Bought a 2020 Rubicon with it, so far, no worries & don't regret it.

[@danielflanagan1340]

I have a 2020 JL Sport S with the 2.0 and love the thing. I immediately put 35’s mud with 18 inch Rhino rims.

[@Mike-01234]

They should add back port injectors to keep the ports cleaned up. Most of the other manufactures of DI engines have added a port injector to deal with it.

[@JMHVAC502]

Honeywell turbo? We just purchased a 2023 Rubicon with the 2.0 turbo and it has a Garrett turbo.. Wonder when they switched turbos

[@NemeanLion-]

Etorque isn’t available on the turbo engine anymore. The pentastar got the etorque now, but performance supposedly was dialed down in favor of fuel economy.

[@StevenZagaris]

The 2.0 performs better at higher altitude than the 3.6 also. The turbo helps the engine suck in more o2 than the natural aspirated 3.6

[@MRSPDKILS]

I'll stick with the 2021 diesel. I love the 26 MPG in town and tons of torque! Very happy with the purchase. Thanks for the 2.0 review.

[@andrewr5973]

Judging off the highway signs, you live very close to me. I have a 2022 Wrangler Rubicon 2.0L turbo if you ever wanna drive it some more :)

[@rigotovar7305]

That’s weird to offer you’re car to a complete stranger

[@IanNubbit]

I’ve been in a few with 35s. It handles them much better then the 3.6. The issue is the god awful cold start noise. they are honestly not great engines reliably.

[@vinny9fingers]

Ive heard theyre very reliable

[@BlueScapegoat]

2:38 the vast array of turbocharged two liters from the late 80s to today would like to speak with you

[@bobvedder2451]

My wifes jeep is the 4 banger turbo. We like it, it gets good mileage and has some snort.

[@paladin11C40]

I found out the hard way, after burning out a turbo in a Audi 1.8 turbo 20 valve engine, to keep synthetic oil in a turbo engine. I have owned 3 different Audi turbo engines and except for what I mentioned, never had an issue with the engine failing. Most people dog out these engines then shut them down, you have to give the turbo time to cool down or you will have issues. I am looking at buying a Rubicon with the 2.0L engine in it. I am glad I found your video.

[@greggonzalez661]

The plastics and rubber in interior of Jeep is there because some people wash their interior out with a hose. No joke. So while you think it’s cheap, it is extremely functional.

[@timken88]

Love my 2018 Jeep Wrangler JL 2.0 Turbo with 2.1/2 lift and 35 inches tires with 36000 no problems at all.

[@jlai3861]

No regearing?

[@evquietcornerct3210]

i had a 2019 2dr with the same setup.....lots of power, and the etorque made the auto start/stop so much smoother.....i loved the powertrain, but at around 25K miles, the death wobble started, and man it was scary....had it back and forth to the dealer 3 times and they could not fix it, so it got traded for my 2021 4dr diesel....i think it had the aluminum steering box, and they couldn't get a cast iron one....but not sure on that......

[@williamwelch7066]

Have one of these, 80th anniversary edition. Absolutely GAPS my wife's Mazda while getting 26mpg highway in the summer. Also got a Mishimoto catch can to help mitigate some of the carbon build-up being a DI engine. Overall, love it.

[@oceanblue2doorjl961]

I'm courious, now that some time has passed, to how much oil you're seeing in the can. I was going to pull the trigger on one, but nobody was seeing much more than a bit of resedue in the can. The 3.6 was seeing dramatically more.

[@Scott_69HemiDart]

Haven't seen a video in a couple of days and I was just thinking of you last night and hoped all is well with the Tornadoes in the area.

[@4-LOW]

Thanks. We're OK, but many people around us are not. BAD storms....

[@bobvedder2451]

I wish they would put a turbo on the 3.6 in my gladiator.

[@NinaMarige]

When I was doing my build, I saved $1,500 by going with the 2.0L turbo for the 2021 Sahara Altitude. Didn’t have to pay any extra money for it. I wanted to originally go with the V6 engine, but it was no longer an option for Tuscadero because they were going to discontinue it. I really wanted the color so I just went with it. I got a call last week from my salesman letting me know that it’s going to be a 2022 instead! Thought I could get the V6 after finding that out, but no luck. I still feel pretty nervous about the engine, but most people have good things to say about it. A guy told me his 2.0L engine is still doing great after 80K. If anything happens to my engine, I have a lifetime power train warranty with my dealership which is great!

[@John-i1k6p]

Not required, runs great on regular

[@joeshmoe8952]

Do the 2.0 engines come with eTorque?

[@Autobhnspd]

I also got a loaner 2L and was just as surprised. I got my left timing cover replaced and got a leak 400 miles later. Check yours and let us know if it comes back.

[@goptasingh3092]

The Japanese been doing this for the past 50+ years . why they are so reliable and fun to drive .

[@23mariorodriguez]

One year later, how do you like it now? Any issues? How has been your experince ?

[@obrianmcc]

When I decided to look at the Gladiator we first drove a basic sport ... it felt very plain and fit your very comments. We jumped into a Sport S with the Max Tow package and it immediately felt upgraded from the fit/finish and specifically the seats. Both of these models were a dealer package where they added Rubicon take offs such as the suspension, sliders, Wheels/tires, etc ... The dealership insisted the seats and general bones of the trucks were the same, but there was definitely something different in the way each on drove and felt.

[@BreckoniousMaximus]

I rented a JLU Sport S with 2 inch lift and 35's when I was in Moab. It had the 2.0l turbo and all I can say is wow! That thing gets up and goes! Plus, a turbo at higher altitudes is far superior to non-turbo engines.

[@DJR5280]

We just rented one in Moab a few weeks ago from Cliffhanger. Engine sounded terrible but power was good. We were getting error " performance limited service fuel system " or something like that

[@user-xi4rj4qd3p]

Every single thing you mentioned as a quasi fault, is just jeep things... I've owned almost every model jeep from 79 to present day. Its a jeep thing! It's not a convertible escalade. However, with the prices today, they should be!

[@dlcarr187]

I live in Louisville and own 2023 rubicon 4xe. I could tell instantly that you’re on I64 east towards LEX. 😂where do you live? We should go wheeling

[@jlai3861]

My 2021 Sahara also start having these rattling sound on every pot hole every road bump, and every time the auto start/stop kicks in. Sould I send it to the dealer and ask them to tight every screws?

[@jmac7875]

Would you choose the 2.0L turbo over the diesel if you could save $3k and you were not going to tow anything? thx

[@Rosso488]

People don't know this but the 2.0 is an Alfa Romeo design.

[@jbivvy420]

I have 19 JL Wrangler and i don't think it feels cheap at all but I do have a Rubicon but seem quality to me

[@bobvedder2451]

My wife's jeep has the 4 banger turbo. Its really nice, and has some snort.

[@guidok3762]

I will buy a new Jeep, should I buy a Jeep Wrangler unlimited rubicon 2.0 liter of a Jeep gladiator Overland 3.0 liter diesel? Please an advice………. Prices are the same here in Europe……. There is no gladiator rubicon here in Europe ☹️

[@613wbho]

My 2024 Wrangler 2.0L only lasted 9 months & 9K miles???? Why am I jinxed????

[@MrOnemanop]

"Complexity is the enemy of reliability", said every engineeer.

[@mortbot]

Hmmmm, I wasn't given the option for etorque for the 2.0 turbo for my 2021 JLU. Was this discontinued earlier ?

[@goofsaddggkle7351]

Yes discontinued starting 2020 models on 2.0

[@topofthegreen]

I would not get a turbo as they run hot and are expensive to replace.

[@ifly135]

You're not too far from me. Did you fill it with premium fuel?

[@christrarback9748]

Get used to this engine , they have the inline 6 turbo coming to replace the pentastar ...Google tornado engine

[@thatonedude926]

35 ft more torque than the V6. And if you get the BANKS pedal monster, you can get that turbo to kick in faster. Love it on my 20 Rubicon on 35x12.5s. only downfall is the 17.5 gallon tank. Gets great mileage even with the bigger wider tires but if it was a 20 gallon it would be perfect for my state crossing

[@matthewcatlow9343]

So it's an Alfa Romeo engine guys. So I'm terms of reliability it's not going to beat out any Toyotas but it's not going to leave you stranded either. Jeep did a good job with this engine.

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

I’m not sure there is much difference anymore especially since Jeep uses Denso accessories just like Toyota. The 8 speed ZF auto is the best in the business. The platform for the most part is American.

[@salami99]

i hate turbo engine too, this engine is like an exception, it is not known to blow up and is at least good to drive. not the whimpy older turbo engines

[@PhatboyHD88]

See buddy im 56, and i’m like you , 4cyl engines never last because they have to work so much harder to accomplish the same task as the 6 or 8 cylinder engines. Being a jeep guy myself the 3.6 penistar is the way to go.. as far as the diesel go my buddy has one in a 2018 i think grand Cherokee and as we speak mopar is replacing the engine. They replaced the whole top of the engine a year ago it actually melted the intake manifold , and just ate the engine about a week and a half ago and is being replaced now.. but for me personally 3.6 is bullet proof and fantastic engine..

[@gnd111]

The Eco 3 has a redesigned top end

[@johnkraft5640]

It’s a rental Jeep. How different people beat the shit out of it this machine? 26,000 miles is probably equivalent to 100,000 miles. Of course it’s going to be wore out.

[@thekidblack111]

Rental jeep still how their value at 100k miles when sold

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

It’s probably been wrecked to.

[@chucksmith7144]

I wonder if mice and squirrels love to eat the wiring in this one like they do in the gladiator !

[@IanNubbit]

What’s up with the JT?

[@endangeredgnome5337]

Oil leak on the timing cover. Warranty repair.

[@unrealhit88]

No rattles here

[@maryarchibeque5788]

I was turned off by the premium fuel required by the 2.0 turbo. An extra .50 cents per gallon isn't worth it to me.

[@jonathanmarquise422]

the epa's website says it requires regular fuel. it might recommend premium, but it doesn't require it.

[@xxBLKSNXxx]

It doesn’t require it. Jeep even says so in the manual. I own one.

[@shroomintrucker4766]

I’m getting 23 mph with 35’s on my 2021 JL Willys

[@stanleyfurash7929]

Same applies to the desiel

[@motor1001]

Did you swap the PCM before you dropped it off for the oil leak repair?

[@slavakuznetsov4966]

Is this a cold air intake on the front? Normally they charge 600 to install it. Do you think it;s worth it?

[@mblake0420]

Wont last

[@micoferdinand]

still Bronco is better

[@gnd111]

but will never have the resale..or the longevity...ford ECOboost has many issues..

[@goofsaddggkle7351]

Remains to be seen. Looks like a squirrel made nest when you open the hood.

[@xxBLKSNXxx]

LOL. Good luck actually buying one / finding one. The wranglers been around forever. The bronco is a wanna be.

[@VicZX6R]

Have a fully loaded 2020 Sahara 2.0... 130 mi round trip to visit my kid on weekends.. average 25 mpg doing the speed limit. Peppy engine so far.